Kavus Torabi

Kavus Torabi is a musician, composer, record label owner and radio broadcaster. A multi-instrumentalist, he is known for his work in the psychedelic, avant-garde rock field (primarily as a guitarist). Torabi was one of the founding members of Monsoon Bassoon, was a member of cult group Cardiacs and fronts and plays guitar for the current lineup of legendary psychedelic band Gong. In 2023 he was invited by Steve Hillage, along with the other current members of Gong, to tour as The Steve Hillage Band.

Kavus is also a third of The Utopia Strong and sometimes tours and records with The Holy Family, Mediaeval Babes and Miranda Sex Garden in addition to collaborations with other notable artists working in left-field music.

Kavus Torabi’s songs dwell on mortality, love and loss. He uses disquieting themes as a way of establishing a context for transcendent bliss. This Soundcheck performance showcases Kavus’s solo work – a voice, a harmonium and a guitar, augmented by effects and loops.

https://kavustorabi.bandcamp.com/

 

 

KAVUS TORABI

Kavus (Vocals, Harmonium, Guitar, Loops and FX)

KAVUS TORABI PERFORMED

THE SENTINEL
A BODY OF WORK
HEART THE SAME
WHERE THE EYELESS WALK
RADIO TO THEIR WORLD
THE SKULLS WE BURIED HAVE REGROWN THEIR EYES
SLOW MOVEMENTS
LUNAR INVOCATION
YOU BROKE MY FALL

INTERVIEW
Phil Moakes

LIVE SOUND
Phil Moakes

CAMERAS
Maggie Gregory

POST PRODUCTION
Phil Moakes

CREDITS MUSIC
‘Deserts 3’ by Playing In Tongues
available from www.freemusicarchive.com

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